Ducks and Drakes

Hostel in New Plymouth

Hostel

Location Excellent location — 8 attractions within walking distance

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About

Discover Ducks and Drakes motel and backpackers, just minutes from the city in New Plymouth, Taranaki.

Amenities

Free Wi-FiFitness centreKitchen / kitchenette

Location

What's nearby

Janes Gallery0.3 km
Gover St Gallery0.4 km
Pukekura Railway0.4 km
Cannon Hill0.6 km
might could0.6 km
Eastern Hillside Lookout0.7 km

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Within a short walk

🍽️ 60 places to eat🛒 4 supermarkets💊 3 pharmacies & clinics🚌 1 public-transport stop

Everyday amenities within about 1 km, from OpenStreetMap.

Getting there & essentials

Nearest airport: New Plymouth Airport (NPL) — 10.3 km → all hotels near NPL
Nearest station: Waitara Road — 12.8 km
Nearest beach: Autere / East End Beach — 1.4 km
Sea temperature: Sea temperature about 14 °C in October (Open-Meteo Marine, measured 2026-10-01)
Driving: Drives on the left
Currency: NZD
Power: Type I plugs · 230 V · 50 Hz
Tap water: Generally safe to drink

Straight-line distances.

Street view

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Frequently asked questions

How do you get to Ducks and Drakes?

From Ducks and Drakes, the nearest station, Waitara Road, is about 12.8 km away; New Plymouth Airport (NPL) is around 10.3 km away (straight-line distances).